Inventory of Vendors contracted by AP which process or host personally identifiable prospect and/or student information
As of August 2023
| Vendor | Product/Service | URL |
|---|---|---|
| 250ok LLC | Domain Hygiene & Email Analytics | https://250ok.com/ |
| Calendly | Salesforce Scheduling Integration | https://calendly.com/integration/salesforce |
| eSentire | Security Operations Center | https://www.esentire.com/ |
| Etech | Voice Call Quality Services | https://www.etechgs.com/ |
| Marketing – Conversion API and Facebook Pixel | https://developers.facebook.com/docs/marketing-api/conversions-api | |
| Fresh Address, Inc. | Email Validation | https://www.freshaddress.com/ |
| Genpact | IT Engineering Services | https://www.genpact.com/ |
| Marketing Enhanced Conversion and Pixel | https://developers.google.com/google-ads/api/docs/conversions/enhance-conversions?hl=bg | |
| Happiest Minds | IT Engineering Services | https://www.happiestminds.com/ |
| InContact | Cloud contact center solutions | https://www.niceincontact.com/ |
| Inflection Point | IT Engineering Services | https://www.ipointsystems.com/ |
| Microsoft | Messaging, collaboration, and cloud data center services | https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/ |
| Possible Now | DNC compliance validation | https://www.possiblenow.com/ |
| Salesforce | Marketing Cloud – Email server provider and marketing automation platform | https://www.salesforce.com/ |
| Service Objects | Email and phone number validation | https://www.serviceobjects.com/ |
| SumoLogic | Security Information and Event Management solution | https://www.sumologic.com/ |
| Tibco | Scribe – Cloud-based Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) | https://www.tibco.com/products/cloud-integration/connect |
| Twilio | SMS Messaging platform | https://www.twilio.com/ |
Case Studies
Eastern Washington University
November 28, 2023
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Academic Partnerships Announces Acquisition of Wiley University Services
November 14, 2023
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Rethinking the ROI of the Degree To Focus On Investment—Not Just the Return
November 13, 2023
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AP Moderates AASCU 2023 Panel on Public-Private Partnerships with Arkansas State, East Tennessee State, and William Paterson University Leaders
November 13, 2023
Understanding the value of a public-private partnership and the support such a collaboration can offer was the central topic of a panel discussion among regional…
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Listen to the latest Future U Podcast with Fernando Bleichmar
November 12, 2023
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SIU Carbondale to launch accelerated online graduate programs supported by Academic Partnerships
November 11, 2023
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3 Questions for CEO of Academic Partnerships on Learner ROI
November 10, 2023
Inside Higher Ed's Joshua Kim discusses Learner ROI with AP's Fernando Bleichmar Of all the online program management companies, I know the least about Academic Partnerships.…
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Return on Investment (ROI) Conversation with Chancellor of Arkansas State & Academic Partnerships’ CEO, Fernando Bleichmar
November 9, 2023
Chancellor Shields and Fernando Bleichmar discuss the results of the ROI survey and the impact online programs are having in rural America and surrounding communities.
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AP Welcomes HACU Inaugural Women’s Leadership Symposium Attendees
November 8, 2023
Academic Partnerships (AP) was honored to welcome participants at the Inaugural Women’s Leadership Symposium kicking off the 37th annual conference of the Hispanic Association of…
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University of Illinois Springfield Case Study
November 7, 2023
The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is one of the three regional public universities comprising the University of Illinois system. UIS was an early adopter…
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Academic Partnerships to Lead Panel on Private-Public Partnerships at AASCU Annual Conference in Chicago
November 6, 2023
CHICAGO, ILL. (Nov. 6, 2023) -- The innovation and support that a private-public partnership can offer regional universities is the topic of a presentation to…
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Academic Partnerships Joins HACU Annual Conference and Inaugural Women’s Leadership Symposium
November 3, 2023
CHICAGO, ILL. (Oct. 26, 2023) -- Academic Partnerships (AP) is proud to sponsor the Inaugural Women’s Leadership Symposium, a pre-conference highlight of The Hispanic Association…
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Reaching the Evolving MBA Audience
October 17, 2023
Through public-private collaborations, business schools can take their MBA programs online without overtaxing their faculty and their budgets. In the wake of the pandemic, more…
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Ipsos Study Finds Strong ROI for Graduates of Programs Supported by Academic Partnerships
September 25, 2023
DALLAS, TX – September 25, 2023 – Academic Partnerships (AP) today shared new survey results from Ipsos that show a strong return on investment (ROI)…
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The University of New Orleans Enlists Academic Partnerships to Launch New Online Graduate Degree Programs Focused on Working Adults
August 14, 2023
NEW ORLEANS, LA – August 14, 2023 – The University of New Orleans has announced a partnership with Academic Partnerships (AP) to support the expansion…
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ETSU and AP Lead Session at AASCU Summer Conference
August 7, 2023
East Tennessee State University and Academic Partnerships educational leaders shared the spotlight during their July 20th session at the American Association of State Colleges and…
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Jacksonville State University to Offer Online Degree Programs Supported by Academic Partnerships
July 6, 2023
JACKSONVILLE, Ala., July 6, 2023 - Jacksonville State University (JSU) today announced its plan to partner with Academic Partnerships (AP) to grow its online graduate programs. Beginning…
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Millersville University & Academic Partnerships to Launch Online Graduate Degree Programs
June 8, 2023
MILLERSVILLE, PA – June 8, 2023 – Millersville University today announced the expansion of its online portfolio of graduate degree programs, proudly supported by Academic…
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Academic Partnerships Secures Business Alliance Membership With AACSB
May 15, 2023
DALLAS, TX – May 15, 2023 – Academic Partnerships (AP), a leading online facilitator helping regional universities expand access to high-quality, affordable and workforce-relevant education, …
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AP and Carleton University Partnership Featured in AACSB Insights
April 27, 2023
An article written by Academic Partnerships, Reaching the Evolving MBA Audience, is featured in the April 24, 2023, issue of Insights, the monthly e-newsletter of…
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Fierce Education’s Article on the Value of Online Program Managers Spotlights Academic Partnerships
April 10, 2023
Academic Partnerships is highlighted in an article on recent discussions about the role of OPMs as important and ethical partners in supporting the growth of…
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Carleton University Case Study
April 3, 2023
As a public research university ranked #5 among Canada’s Best Comprehensive Universities by Maclean’s (2023), Carleton University is conversant with academic innovation with Carleton’s Sprott…
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Fierce Education Leader Spotlight With Dr. Amanda Smith
February 21, 2023
Fierce Education Head of Content Elliot Markowitz recently spoke with Dr. Amanda Smith, Chief Academic Officer at Academic Partnerships, regarding the changes in course design…
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TAMIU, ACADEMIC PARTNERSHIPS CO-PRESENT AT HACU’S 36TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE
October 20, 2022
LAREDO, TX –– Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) and Academic Partnerships (AP) presented at the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) 36th Annual Conference, held Oct. 8-10, 2022. Dr. Jennifer…
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College of Mount Saint Vincent Offers Online Degree Programs, Supported by Academic Partnerships, Designed for Working Professionals
October 11, 2022
Riverdale, NY – October 11, 2022 – A leader in education, Mount Saint Vincent is pleased to announce a partnership with Academic Partnerships (AP), expanding…
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Avila University Teams Up with Academic Partnerships to Offer Online Business Programs with Students’ Flexibility and Accessibility Top of Mind
September 26, 2022
KANSAS CITY, MO, September 22, 2022 – Avila University announces that students can now sign up and apply to its new online graduate business programs,…
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St. Cloud State University’s College of Education and Learning Design Expands Online Offering with Master’s in Education Programs with Flexibility and Accessibility Top of Mind
July 27, 2022
July 27, 2022 – St. Cloud State University announces the expansion of its online portfolio of graduate degrees, supported by Academic Partnerships (AP), beginning fall…
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Academic Partnerships Wins Comparably Recognition for Best Leadership Team
July 19, 2022
JULY 19, 2022, DALLAS, Texas – Academic Partnerships (AP), a leading higher education online facilitator, is proud to announce it is the recipient of another…
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Avila Signs Partnership Expanding Access to Online Graduate and Working Adult Student Undergraduate Programs
June 2, 2022
KANSAS CITY, MO, May 25, 2022 – Yesterday, Avila University signed a partnership with Academic Partnerships (AP), expanding access to the university’s online graduate and…
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St. Cloud State University’s Herberger Business School Works with Academic Partnerships to Launch Online MBA Programs Aimed at Working Adults with Real-Life Experience
April 5, 2022
April 5, 2022 – St. Cloud State University is teaming up with Academic Partnerships (AP) to expand its high-quality and affordable MBA degree offerings to…
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Academic Partnerships Wins Comparably Awards for “Best Places to Work in Dallas” and “Best Marketing Teams”
March 31, 2022
March 31, 2022, DALLAS, Texas – Academic Partnerships (AP), a leading higher education online facilitator, is proud to announce it is the recipient of two…
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Carleton University’s Sprott School of Business Teams Up with Academic Partnerships to Launch Fully Online MBA Program
March 24, 2022
DALLAS, March 24, 2022 – Today Carleton University’s Sprott School of Business, in Ottawa, Ontario, announces a partnership with Academic Partnerships (AP) to expand Carleton’s…
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Academic Partnerships to Present at the Virtual WPI 2022 HBCU Forum to Discuss Innovation in Online Higher Education
March 7, 2022
DALLAS, TX – March 7, 2022 – Academic Partnerships (AP) today announced that Tekoya Boykins, Doctoral Candidate, Assistant Director, Academic Services and Products at AP…
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Academic Partnerships Names Fernando Bleichmar as New CEO
February 16, 2022
Retiring CEO Rob Ganji will continue as Senior Advisor to the Board of Directors DALLAS, TX – February 16, 2022 – Academic Partnerships (AP), the…
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AP Partners Fuel AP’s Mission
February 10, 2022
AP Congratulates Its Partners, TAMIU and UIC, for Being Among the Top Universities in the Nation for Driving Economic Mobility The non-profit public policy think…
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Norfolk State University Partners with Academic Partnerships to Offer Affordable, High-Quality Online Programs in Education and Technology
November 18, 2021
Virginia – November 18, 2021 – Norfolk State University (NSU), the largest historically black public university in the Commonwealth of Virginia, announced a partnership with…
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Academic Partnerships Releases Its First Impact Report
September 9, 2021
Report highlights AP’s role and results in supporting affordable online education in critical workforce areas Dallas, TX–September 9, 2021 – Academic Partnerships (AP) today released…
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Academic Partnerships Acquires Coursetune Inc., a Leading EdTech Provider of Curriculum Mapping Software for Higher Education
August 23, 2021
Acquisition Strengthens Academic Partnerships’ Technology and Support Services for Universities in Launching, Growing, and Sustaining Their Online Degree Programs DALLAS, Texas (Aug. 23, 2021)—Academic Partnerships…
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Academic Partnerships & Texas A&M International University Team Up to Offer Affordable Online Short Courses and Certificates in Healthcare
August 19, 2021
Dallas, TX – August 12, 2021 – Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is offering new professional development courses online, supported by Academic Partnerships (AP), aimed…
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William Paterson University to Offer Affordable and Quality Online Undergraduate Degree Programs Aimed at Working Adults
August 5, 2021
Aug. 5, 2021 – William Paterson University is expanding its portfolio of fully online degree programs to include nine new online bachelor’s degrees beginning in…
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Commitment to Student Success
July 29, 2021
At the heart of our work is a deep commitment to our university partners and their students, where AP only succeeds if they succeed. Hear…
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Our Mission & Impact
July 29, 2021
AP’s mission is simple: expanding access to high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education delivered online. Learn more about AP overall, our mission and how we are…
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EWU and Academic Partnerships Expand Affordable, High-Quality Online Programs
June 14, 2021
Cheney, WASH (June 14, 2021) – Eastern Washington University (EWU) today announced the expansion of its online portfolio of graduate degrees supported by Academic Partnerships…
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Academic Partnerships to Present at the ASU REMOTE: The Connected Faculty Summit to Discuss the Importance of Faculty Leadership in Online Higher Education
June 9, 2021
DALLAS, TX – June 9, 2021 – Academic Partnerships (AP) today announced that Tekoya Boykins, EdD ABD, Assistant Director, Academic Services and Products at AP…
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Southern Oregon University Expands Collaboration with Academic Partnerships to Add Affordable, High-Quality Online Graduate Education Programs
June 2, 2021
Oregon – June 2, 2021 – Southern Oregon University (SOU) today announced the expansion of its online graduate education portfolio supported by Academic Partnerships (AP). …
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New Survey Reveals High Satisfaction with the Affordability and Quality of Online Degree Programs Supported by Academic Partnerships
May 12, 2021
Results provide perspective on the value of online higher education Dallas, Texas – May 12, 2021 – Academic Partnerships (AP), a leading online facilitator for…
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UNC Pembroke
April 16, 2021
Founded in 1887, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNCP) is a regional four-year public university that serves as a vital employer and institution…
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Eastern Michigan University
April 12, 2021
Eastern Michigan University (EMU) is a regional public four-year university that was founded in 1849 and has grown to serve more than 16,000 students. Located…
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Innovation in Higher Education
April 6, 2021
VIDEO: Tekoya Boykins, AP’s Assistant Director of Academic Services and Products (ASP), presents at the Wesley Peachtree Institute (WPI) 2021 HBCU Forum, focusing on historically…
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Southeastern Oklahoma State University
April 1, 2021
Southeastern Oklahoma State University is a regional public four-year university that began serving students in 1909. Its traditional on-campus programs primarily serve students from two…
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Academic Partnerships to Present at the Virtual WPI 2021 HBCU Forum to Discuss Innovation in Online Higher Education
March 8, 2021
DALLAS, TX – March 8, 2021 – Academic Partnerships (AP) today announced that Tekoya Boykins, EdD ABD, Assistant Director, Academic Services and Products at AP…
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Radford University & Academic Partnerships Team Up to Offer Affordable and Quality Online Programs in Nursing and Business
January 15, 2021
RADFORD, Va., Jan. 13, 2021 – Radford University has entered into an agreement with Academic Partnerships (AP) to provide its highly sought-after and affordable degree programs…
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Childress Regional Medical Center and The University of Texas at Arlington Team Up to Tackle Nursing Shortage
January 15, 2021
Innovative regional partnership offers an accelerated pathway to nursing degree Childress, TX – January 14, 2021 – Childress Regional Medical Center in Childress, TX today announced…
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Planning for Online Equivalency Now - We Can Help
August 26, 2020
AP has created a new comprehensive toolkit called "AP Off Campus," designed to help your on-campus faculty and instructional designers stand up high quality online equivalency solutions…
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Remote Teaching and Learning - AP Is Here to Help
August 23, 2020
Academic Partnerships would like to offer immediate support in helping your on-campus faculty facilitate remote teaching capabilities using Zoom and other virtual delivery platforms. In…
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Your COVID-19 Response: Moving Online Rapidly
August 21, 2020
Resources to Convert Face-to-Face Learning to Online Delivery The key to keeping students engaged while moving from a face-to-face format to virtual delivery is maintaining…
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Tips and Tools for Faculty Virtual Delivery
August 21, 2020
Moving face-to-face curriculum to an online format in a hurry isn’t a small task, but there are a number of ways faculty can leverage new…
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Tips and Tools for Students Participating in Virtual Coursework
August 21, 2020
In response to potential campus closures, you may be asked to join your coursework virtually. There are a variety of ways faculty may facilitate this.…
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Faculty eCommons: an Online Instructor's Idea Hub
August 21, 2020
Creating a space for faculty to access best practices and learn new skills was at the heart of the development of Faculty eCommons – a learning resource…
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Considerations for New and Emerging Realities in Higher Ed
August 17, 2020
Faced with the threat of a global pandemic during the 2020 spring semester, the twin operational orthodoxies of on-campus instruction for traditional students and online…
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Considerations for New and Emerging Realities in Higher Ed - Part Three of Three: Operational Considerations
August 14, 2020
Part Three of Three: Operational Considerations In this final part of our white paper on the new realities of higher education and online equivalency, we…
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Considerations for New and Emerging Realities in Higher Ed - Part Two of Three: Articulating Goals and Definitions
August 7, 2020
Part Two of Three: Articulating Goals and Definitions In this second part of our white paper on the rapidly changing landscape of higher education and…
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Considerations for New and Emerging Realities in Higher Ed - Part One of Three: The MVP
August 1, 2020
Part One of Three: The MVP In this first part of our white paper on the rapidly changing landscape of higher education, we focus on…
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Reflections on the First Quarter of 2020
April 7, 2020
Dear University Partners: When I became the new board chair of Academic Partnerships in December, the world looked dramatically different than it does today. Reflecting…
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Reflections on This New School Year
January 12, 2020
Dear University Partners: When Fred Rogers was a young boy and he was concerned about alarming events in the world, his mother would tell him,…
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Established Online Presence – Adding a New Program in a New Discipline
August 24, 2019
Challenge: A longtime partner with a successful RN-to-BSN program was ready to add a new online MBA program to its degree offerings. Solution: Our Academic Services team…
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Program Design and Course Development Process – Growing to Scale
August 23, 2019
Challenge: A new AP partner with previous online program experience needed to prepare for rapid enrollment growth. Solution: As part of its professional development for faculty, the…
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Assistance with Program Design and Course Development – Emergent Program
August 22, 2019
Challenge: A new AP partner with limited online programming experience and resources sought to bring on new programs in multiple disciplines while migrating to a new…
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Faculty Workshops Deliver Best Practices
August 21, 2019
Challenge: The program director for an established online nursing program was looking to update curriculum and provide faculty with ideas, tools and best practices for online…
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Declining On-Campus MBA Thrives Online
August 19, 2019
Challenge: A university sought to increase enrollments in its AACSB-accredited MBA program as on-campus enrollments had fallen dramatically. Needing to attract students and strengthen the program's…
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The Learner Revolution and What it Means for Higher Education - Part Three of Three
August 21, 2018
Academic Partnerships' White Paper Series This third white paper in a series by Jeffrey J. Selingo explains how an evolving job market requires specific skills…
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The Learner Revolution and Moving Toward an Agile Admissions Process - Part Two of Three
August 20, 2018
Academic Partnerships' White Paper Series This white paper, the second in a series by Jeffrey J. Selingo, adds to a foundational understanding of the motivations…
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The Learner Revolution and What It Means for Higher Education - Part One of Three
August 19, 2018
Academic Partnerships' White Paper Series This white paper, by Jeffrey J. Selingo, provides a historical perspective of online education with crucial insights into the motivations…
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Academic Partnerships Awards Research Grants to Faculty at Three Universities
May 15, 2018
DALLAS, May 15, 2018 — Academic Partnerships (AP), a leading provider of online services for higher education, has announced the awardees of its spring 2018…
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Academic Partnerships Awards Research Grants to Faculty at Five Universities
December 4, 2017
DALLAS, December 4, 2017 — Academic Partnerships (AP), a leading provider of online services for higher education, has announced the grantees of its Fall 2017…
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Academic Partnerships Receives Alliance for Educational Excellence Award
March 31, 2017
Phi Theta Kappa presented the 2017 Alliance for Educational Excellence Award to Academic Partnerships during PTK Catalyst, its annual convention held April 6-8, in Nashville,…
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Eastern Washington University
November 28, 2023
Eastern Washington University’s (EWU) relationship with Academic Partnerships (AP) began in 2018, two years before the pandemic. EWU was one of the first schools in…
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Academic Partnerships Announces Acquisition of Wiley University Services
November 14, 2023
"Across the globe, there is growing demand for high-quality, affordable online degree programs in workforce-relevant fields," said Fernando Bleichmar, Chief Executive Officer of AP. "Bringing…
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Rethinking the ROI of the Degree To Focus On Investment—Not Just the Return
November 13, 2023
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AP Moderates AASCU 2023 Panel on Public-Private Partnerships with Arkansas State, East Tennessee State, and William Paterson University Leaders
November 13, 2023
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Listen to the latest Future U Podcast with Fernando Bleichmar
November 12, 2023
Listen in to the latest Future U podcast, “The Future of Online Ed.” Our very own, Fernando Bleichmar joins hosts Jeff Selingo, Michael Horn and Coursera’s CEO,…
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SIU Carbondale to launch accelerated online graduate programs supported by Academic Partnerships
November 11, 2023
CARBONDALE, Ill., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Illinois University Carbondale has signed a new partnership with Academic Partnerships (AP) to launch and support 12 online master's programs that…
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